THE WAKKER WEEKLY
Issue #1701 – Posted on: 04-Sept-2023
BREWERY “HOPP”ENINGS! Bushwakker Head brewer, Michael Gaetz, reports that our seasonally available GRANNY’S BITTER, KAI’S MUNICH HELLES, HONEY THISTLE WIT, BOMBAY IPA and TANGERINE DREAM FRUIT and are currently available. Our FLEK’S CZECH DARK LAGER is currently working its way through the brewery.
Our TANGERINE DREAM was a smash hit brew this summer! The tank is getting low so enjoy one last sip of summer while quantities last!
This Weekend’s Special Dining Feature for Friday, September 1st, Saturday, September 2 and Sunday, September 3rd is a WINNIPEG Burger & a Pint or a SASKATCHEWAN Burger & a Pint. Your choice for only $23.95. Our Saturday CLASSIC STEAK & A PINT SPECIAL as well as our Monday and Wednesday WINGS & A PINT SPECIAL and Tuesday PIZZA & A PINT SPECIAL are also great value deals.
Our SASK CRAFT GUEST TAP is currently pouring the LEMON SMASH AMERICAN WHEAT from Saskatoon’s High Key Brewing.
SEPTEMBER PREMIUM WINE FEATURES: This month’s wine features are from two gentlemen who hail from CALIFORNIA. The red wine is MARK WEST PINOT NOIR. $8.95 for a glass and $23.95 for a half litre. The white wine is TOM GORE SAUVIGNON BLANC. $9.95 for a glass and $24.95 for a half litre.
The 2023 Regina Hop Circuit has been a huge success this summer! You still have a chance to earn one of these snazzy commemorative glasses but the supply is dwindling rapidly! Grab a free Hop Circuit map and hop on your bike or take a hike and visit all six craft breweries including: @rebelliontaproom @pileobonesbrews @bushwakkerbrewpub @maltynational @districtbrewing and @reginabrewinginc this summer!
Of the seven wins we recently received in the 2023 Best of Food Regina Awards, the BEST WAREHOUSE DISTRICT RESTAURANT award was much appreciated. Although we are considered by many as being Saskatchewan’s Craft Beer Pioneer, a brewpub is defined as being a restaurant with an in-house brewery. So unlike a microbrewery, there is just as much focus on the kitchen component of the business as is on the brewery. Although our late founder and president, Bev Robertson, was a national award-winning homebrewer, he and his family have definitely always been a group of “foodies.” Their enthusiasm for “real food” and “real cooking” certainly extends into their restaurant. Chef Mike embraces “scratch-style” cuisine and incorporates plenty of whole raw ingredients in his recipes. He prides himself on sauces made from scratch, desserts, soups, pizza dough, hand-cut fries and nacho chips, house-made cabbage rolls, hand trimmed steaks and hand battered Fish & Chips too. This old school cooking method takes much more time and effort but the end result is certainly worth it. Thank you for 32 years of enthusiastic support everyone!
UPCOMING BUSHWAKKER EVENTS
Sept. 1: FIRST FIRKIN FRIDAY. Enjoy the pomp and circumstance of this longstanding Bushwakker monthly tradition! A piper from The Regina Police Services Pipes & Drums leads a keg (the firkin) of special ale throughout the pub in a procession. A guest volunteer tapper is selected to wield the handmade wooden maul affectionately named, The Mighty Firkin Wakker, and attempts to tap the keg in one mighty blow! This month’s firkin offering is an end-of-summer tribute and will feature a GRAPEFRUIT SODA POP RADLER! Brewer Michael reports this beer style is really making waves in the craft beer world right now. Don’t miss all the rage. The suds-soaking spectacular takes place at 5:30 PM.
Sept. 1, 2 & 3: LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND THREE-DAY BURGER BATTLE. We welcome our many Manitoba friends who make their annual pilgrimage to the Bushwakker and Mosaic stadium this long weekend. This is the only weekend of the year where you can choose from either our Winnipeg Burger & a Pint feature or our Saskatchewan Burger & a Pint feature. Both gourmet burgers will be available on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. History has shown (except for last year dagnabbit) that the burger which sells the best prior to the game is a strong indicator as to which team will win the Labour Day Classic! May the best burger win!
Sept. 3: OPEN AT NOON FOR THE LABOUR DAY CLASSIC. Enjoy our Winnipeg Burger & a Pint or our Saskatchewan Burger & a Pint special before, during or after the big game! Your choice for only $23.95. May the best burger win!
Sept. 4: OPEN LABOUR DAY MONDAY! Doors open from noon to nine. Sorry, no band tonight.
Sept. 6: MONTHLY ALES CLUB MEETING. After a two month summer break, one of the country’s top ranked homebrewing clubs is set to reconvene for another exciting brewing season. The September meeting is historically the largest meeting of the year and sees many new homebrewers dropping by to see what the club is all about. This month’s presentation topics include PILSNERS and LAGERING TECHNIQUES. If you are interested in getting into the art of home brewing or would like to improve your skills, come to the Bushwakker basement clubroom at 7:00 PM and discover what the ALES Club can offer you. New members are always welcome!
Sept. 6: Wednesday Folk Night. THE GODDAMSELS. Edmonton alt-country/roots duo featuring rich harmony vocals and catchy original tunes. 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
CURRENT HOURS OF OPERATION AND RESERVATIONS NOTES
We are open Monday – Thursday from 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM. The kitchen closes at 9:00 PM and last call is at 9:15 PM. Fridays and Saturdays we are open from 11:00 AM until midnight. The kitchen is open until 11:00 PM and last call is at 11:15 PM. Closed Sundays.
Reservations are accepted and encouraged. We accept a limited number of reservations as late as 6:00 PM every day except Fridays. Fridays we accept reservations as late as 3:00 PM. Call us at 306-359-7276 to secure your table. Our two banquet rooms are also available for private party rentals. Call Kelly at 306-359-7276 to book either our main floor Arizona Room or basement Clubroom.
Kegerators: Everything You Need to Know
From The Beer Connoisseur
Kegerators have become increasingly popular over the past few years, with many homeowners opting to install them in their homes. A kegerator is essentially a refrigerator designed to hold and dispense beer from a keg. If you are considering investing in a kegerator, it’s important to understand what they are, how they work and what to look for when purchasing one. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about kegerators, including their benefits, types, and maintenance.
How Kegerators Work
Kegerators work by keeping the enclosed beer keg cold and pressurized. The keg is placed inside the kegerator, which is a refrigerated cabinet that also contains a CO2 tank and regulator. The CO2 tank is used to pressurize the keg, which helps keep beer carbonated and flowing properly. The regulator controls the amount of CO2 that is released into the keg, which allows you to adjust the carbonation level to your liking.
Kegerators also come with a tap or faucet, which is used to dispense the beer from the keg. The tap is connected to the keg via a beer line, which carries the beer from the keg to the tap. The tap is opened by pulling the handle, which allows the beer to flow out of the tap and into a glass.
Types of Kegerators
There are several types of kegerators to choose from, each with its own set of features and benefits.
Mini Kegerators: These are small, portable kegerators that can hold one or two mini kegs. They are perfect for small gatherings or for personal use.
Single Tap Kegerators: These kegerators can hold one full-size keg and dispense one type of beer at a time.
Dual Tap Kegerators: These kegerators can hold two full-size kegs and dispense two types of beer at a time.
Outdoor Kegerators: These kegerators are designed for outdoor use and are built to withstand various weather conditions.
Benefits of Kegerators
There are many benefits to having a kegerator in your home. Here are some of the most significant:
Save Money: Buying beer by the keg is cheaper than buying individual bottles or cans. You’ll save money in the long run if you’re a frequent beer drinker.
Convenience: You won’t have to run to the store as often to restock your fridge, and you’ll always have fresh beer on tap.
Taste: Beer on tap tastes fresher and better than bottled or canned beer.
Customization: You can choose which beer you want to serve and create your own unique flavor combinations.
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PHILOSOPHY OF AMBIGUITY & IDIOSYNCRASIES OF ENGLISH:
ONE TEQUILA, TWO TEQUILA, THREE TEQUILA …FLOOR!
ATHEISM IS A NON-PROPHET ORGANIZATION.
IF MAN EVOLVED FROM MONKEYS AND APES, WHY DO WE STILL HAVE MONKEYS AND APES?
THE MAIN REASON THAT SANTA IS SO JOLLY IS BECAUSE HE KNOWS WHERE ALL THE BAD GIRLS LIVE.
I WENT TO A BOOKSTORE AND ASKED THE SALESWOMAN, “WHERE’S THE SELF- HELP SECTION?” SHE SAID IF SHE TOLD ME, IT WOULD DEFEAT THE PURPOSE.
WHAT IF THERE WERE NO HYPOTHETICAL QUESTIONS?
IF SOMEONE WITH MULTIPLE PERSONALITIES THREATENS TO KILL HIMSELF, IS IT CONSIDERED A HOSTAGE SITUATION?
We all celebrate Labour Day Monday in our own way. Come celebrate with us that day. We’ll be open from noon to nine!
